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    Kai Havertz SHOULD have been sent off for diving moments before scoring Arsenal’s crucial winner vs Brentford

    KAI HAVERTZ wrongly escaped a red card shortly before his Arsenal winner against Brentford, a review panel has confirmed.Bees’ manager Thomas Frank and many fans were furious Havertz did not get a second yellow card for diving on March 9.Kai Havertz collapsed without contact from Nathan CollinsCredit: AFPAn independent panel has ruled that Havertz did diveCredit: PAThe striker went on to nod Arsenal back to the top of the PremCredit: APNow the Key Match Incidents (KMI) panel has agreed – deciding Havertz should have been booked for “a clear act of simulation”.The frontman went on to head the Gunners back to the top of the Premier League via a late 2-1 victory at the Emirates.Frank led the shocked reaction over referee Rob Jones failing to send the in-form ace off.The Dane said: “I actually don’t think Havertz should be on the pitch when he scored the goal.READ MORE TOP STORIES”For me it was a clear dive when it was a penalty shout. If you see it back slowly it’s clear.”Maybe it’s difficult for the ref but the linesman should have seen it, in my opinion.”Havertz had already been booked for elbowing Kristoffer Ajer.He then tumbled dramatically when Brentford defender Nathan Collins challenged him in the box.Most read in FootballReplays later backed up claims from Bees’ players that Collins had made NO contact with Havertz.A flood of fans on social media were just as aggrieved that the £65million star remained on – especially as he soon nodded a decisive goal.How Arteta turned Havertz from expensive flop to Arsenal’s gamechangerNow The Times say an independent KMI body, whose job is to assess major decisions in games, has agreed the ex-Chelsea attacker should have been penalised.One fan posted: “That was a very clear dive and if it were to be a Brentford player in that position he would have been shown a red easily.”Another wrote: “Pretty sure almost everyone agrees except Arsenal supporters.”But some viewers claimed the Gunners should have been awarded two penalties in the same match. More

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    Former Arsenal star agrees shock exit from Premier League club to become manager of Guinea-Bissau

    FORMER Arsenal winger Luis Boa Morte is surprising many fans by quitting as Fulham coach to manage Guinea-Bissau.The ex-Portugal international, 46, will depart for West Africa in the summer after serving as Marco Silva’s assistant boss at Everton, and now Craven Cottage.Fulham’s well-respected coach Luis Boa Morte is switching from the Prem to international football with 118th-ranked Guinea-BissauCredit: GettyThe 28-cap ex-Portugal ace was at Arsenal from 1997-1999Credit: Getty Images – GettySupporters shared their shock over Boa Morte’s decision to leave the Premier League to take over the world’s 118th-ranked international team.One posted: “Big loss to Fulham, I hope the club and Marco have someone lined up!”Another claimed: “How can you leave Fulham to coach Guinea Bissau? Lack of ambition.”But others suggested that, although the former Southampton ace has chosen an unusual path, it should help his career.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne such believer wrote: “Everyone thinks this is a downgrade but I think it’s a good decision.”His popularity was shown by loads of “good luck” messages.And the Cottagers said in a statement: “Everyone at Fulham would like to thank Boa for his efforts since his return to the club, and wishes him the best of luck in this next chapter when he departs following our season finale away to Luton Town.”Boa Morte failed to break through as a player with first club Sporting Lisbon.Most read in FootballBut he switched to Arsenal from 1997-1999 before spells with Southampton, Fulham and West Ham.The 28-cap attacker wound down his days on the field via spells with Greek club AEL, South African team Orlando Pirates and Chesterfield.I’m a Tottenham cult hero but I want Arsenal to win the league more than ANYTHING… even England winning Euro 2024He then coached Fulham’s academy teams and spent 12 months bossing Portuguese minnows Sintrense.After that he’s followed his compatriot Silva, assisting him at Goodison Park in 2019 and with Fulham for the past three years. More

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    Arsenal fans wave farewell to ‘loyal servant’ as it is revealed Arteta’s second-ever signing will leave at end of season

    ARSENAL fans are saying goodbye to Mikel Arteta’s second-ever signing after it was revealed he would be leaving the club.Cedric Soares joined in January 2020 in an initial loan deal with Southampton.Cedric Soares will leave Arsenal at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyThe 32-year-old made the move to the Gunners permanent in the summer of that year after impressing at the Emirates.He was the second player to join the club after Arteta was appointed as manager.He followed Maty Ryan through the door as the Australian goalkeeper joined from Brighton and Hove Albion.However, Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the right-back’s time at the club is coming to an end.READ MORE ON ARSENALThe reporter claims that his contract will not be extended past the end of the current season.Fans have taken to social media to wish the defender well.One fan posted: “Accepting this bad news with a heavy heart.”A second wrote: “A model professional and a celebration specialist. I will never forget you, Cedric.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERA third commented: “Farewell Prince.”A fourth said: “A top guy for the club, never complained even when he didn’t play.”The forgotten Arsenal wonderkidsAnother added: “He was a loyal servant, the fans will remember him as one of the Arsenal faithful. Good luck Cedric.”The report adds that Cedric will have “many clubs in Europe” considering him as a “top option” for a summer move.He first arrived in England in 2015 when he was signed by the Saints from Sporting Lisbon.He went on to make 167 in the Premier League during spells on the South Coast as well as at Arsenal and Fulham. More

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    Ivan Toney at centre of three-club Premier League transfer battle including Chelsea after Arsenal cool interest

    THREE clubs are set to fight over Ivan Toney – as the player plots an exit should Brentford.A disastrous run of form has left the Bees just five points above the relegation zone.Ivan Toney wants to stay in the Premier League when he leaves BrentfordCredit: RexWith Brentford perilously close to the bottom three, a trio of sides are jostling to get in pole-position to land the striker this summer.SunSport understands Tottenham, Chelsea and West Ham have all expressed an interest in signing the 28-year-old. It comes after Arsenal, who have previously been linked with Toney, cooled their interest.As for Chelsea, the West Londoners know they must sell before they can buy or risk breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.READ MORE ON CHELSEAOur source said: “If Brentford drop out of the Premier League, which is now looking a real possibility there will be a race to land Ivan Toney. “That’s why some clubs are already taking steps to try and get in pole position to land the player.”“It’s well-known that Chelsea and Spurs both need a number nine and Toney would fit the bill for both clubs. But West Ham are now interested too.“The club think Toney could be a real statement signing and help take the team to the next level. Most read in Football”West Ham are crying out for a centre forward who can help turn them from a good side into one that can genuinely challenge for the Champions League. “Arsenal are now less interested. Mikel Arteta has a system and a way of playing and he doesn’t think a conventional number nine like Ivan Toney is what they need.”Inside Ivan Toney’s Life As A FootballerSunSport can also reveal Toney is “open-minded” to staying in the capital after making it clear to his advisers he doesn’t want to leave the Premier League.Our source added: “Clubs in Italy and Spain have been tracking Toney for ages. He’s one of the most sought-after players in Europe. “But Ivan’s not really interested in moving abroad. He sees his future in the Premier League. “His priority is trying to score the goals that save Brentford and to cement his way into the England squad. “But, after that, there’s a general acceptance he will move on and start next season with a new club in the Premier League. “It will be a fresh start and, at 28, the biggest move of his career.” More

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    Man Utd ‘want to swap Jadon Sancho for Dortmund team-mate but face transfer competition from Arsenal and Liverpool’

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly ready to give Jadon Sancho the boot this summer in a sensational swap deal.The England international was frozen out by Erik ten Hag last September for hitting back at the public blasting he received from the Dutchman following United’s 3-2 defeat to Arsenal.Jadon Sancho has been frozen out by Manchester United boss Erik ten HagCredit: PASancho has been loaned out to former club Borussia Dortmund until the end of the seasonCredit: RexUnited are reportedly interested in using Sancho in a swap deal for Dortmund’s Donyell MalenCredit: REXUnited shipped Sancho out on loan to former club Borussia Dortmund in January to allow him to get some playing time.Ten Hag has yet to re-open the door for an Old Trafford return for the £73million man, who he’s reportedly willing to use as a makeweight to sign Dortmund ace Donyell Malen.That’s according to Bild, who claim United are interested in a potential “swap deal” between the pair.The German newspaper, however, claim Arsenal and Liverpool are also sniffing around the Netherlands international.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMalen, 25, has been in great form for Dortmund this season, scoring 13 goals and racking up five assists in 33 appearances in all competitions.Sancho, 23, has scored once and notched one assist in his nine Bundesliga games so far in his second stint with the black and yellows.Sancho’s contract with Manchester United expires in the summer of 2026, although the Red Devils have the option to extend it for a further year.But, judging from Ten Hag’s recent claim that the club had issues with the winger before the boss’ arrival, it’s likely that his future lies away from Old Trafford.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSErik ten Hag has yet to re-open to the door for Red Devils outcast Jadon SanchoCredit: GETTYTen Hag said: “He’s now at Dortmund. So after he was signed, one year before [I was here], and there were issues.”We have had issues all the way through, and so you can make out his stay at Manchester United so far is not a success.Ten Hag claims there were ‘issues’ with Jadon Sancho BEFORE boss arrived at Man Utd and ‘all the way through'”So now he is going back to Borussia Dortmund, so I wish him the best of luck.”I hope, we all hope he is doing well there, he will be successful. Again, we will see what is going to happen.”[Would things be different if he had apologised?] ‘We have said that before.”And I don’t want every time to return to the point. He knows what he should do and we have made that clear.”It was also so clear and obvious about his performance so let’s stop this discussion. “He is to Dortmund and we wish him the best of luck.” More

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    Joshua Kimmich ‘considering huge Arsenal transfer with Bayern Munich ready to sell in the summer’

    JOSHUA KIMMICH is reportedly considering a shock move to Arsenal.The Germany international’s future with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich has been up in the air for several months.Joshua Kimmich’s future at Bayern Munich is unclearCredit: GettyThe Germany international is reportedly considering leaving the Allianz ArenaCredit: GETTYBayern tried to flog the versatile midfielder to Newcastle last summer in a deal involving defender Kieran Trippier, who they tabled three bids for.And they remain keen to sell the former RB Leipzig man this summer so as not to lose him on a free transfer next year.Arsenal are said to be one of five teams keen on acquiring the services of Kimmich, who is said to be open to the idea of potentially moving to the Emirates.That’s according to Sky Sports Germany, who claim Kimmich isn’t “ruling out a move, and he is open to discussions” with potential suitors.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSKimmich was reportedly involved in a bust-up with Thomas Tuchel’s assistant Zsolt Low after their defeat to table-toppers Bayer Leverkusen last month.BILD claimed he had to be held back by team-mates in the tunnel after Low shouted something at him.The incident, however, was downplayed by Tuchel, who said: “I know what was going on.”This is not for the public. We are in a football locker room.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBayern Munich are ten points behind Bundesliga table-toppers Bayer LeverkusenCredit: GETTY”This is a pretty normal occurrence if kept within limits. And it stayed within limits.”Defending Bundesliga champions Bayern have endured a disastrous campaign this season.Astonishing moment man tries to steal Kimmich’s shirt thrown to kid in crowd after Bayern Munich clash Tuchel’s troops are a whopping TEN points behind Leverkusen – despite the impressive haul of £82million summer signing Harry Kane.And they face a tricky path to winning the Champions League, facing Arsenal in the quarter-finals and potentially meeting Manchester City or Real Madrid in the semis. More

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    Rapper tries to lure Jude Bellingham and Ivan Toney to Arsenal in cheeky transfer mission

    UK rapper Chip has cheekily revealed he tried to convince Jude Bellingham and Ivan Toney to join Arsenal.The rapper posted a photo of him hanging out with both Toney and Bellingham and wrote: “Just tryna get everyone to Arsenal lol🤞🏾🥂🐾”.Chip posed with Jude Bellingham after a mealCredit: https://twitter.com/OfficialChipHe says he tried to convince both Bellingham and Toney to join ArsenalCredit: https://twitter.com/OfficialChipToney in particular has been linked extensively with a move to the Gunners.The North London club were widely expected to come in for the star in January, with Brentford holding out for an £80million fee.But Arsenal did not end up launching a move for the striker, with many believe they were limited by Premier League profit and sustainability rules.It’s since been suggested that Arsenal preferred to wait until the summer to launch a move for the forward, with Arteta keen to play with a false nine until the end of the season.READ MORE ON ARSENALBoth Kai Havertz and Leandro Trossard have taken turns to play up front for the Gunners with the club currently sat at the top of the league.Arsenal are now believed to be prioritising bringing in a central midfielder over a striker.They have, however, been linked with moves for strikers Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres.The potential for Bellingham to join Arsenal appears more fanciful however.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has enjoyed a stellar debut year for Real Madrid and looks set to star for England at the upcoming Euros.He is also likely to be joined by PSG star Kylian Mbappe in the summer, with Madrid finally looking like they will come good on their long-term interest in the forward.Jude Bellingham stunned as dramatic ‘winner’ for Real Madrid ruled out as referee blows final whistle with ball in airChip is a regular at Gunners games, and recently posted a photo of himself with Declan Rice and Havertz on his Instagram after their victory over Porto in the Champions League.He captioned the photo “170ms well spent.”Rice returned the love by commenting: “Yesssssir my guy🤝”Chip regularly hangs out with Arsenal playersCredit: InstagramHe said the money spent on Havertz and Rice was well spentCredit: Instagram More

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    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta one of two ‘obvious’ candidates to replace Xavi at Barcelona, claims Gerard Pique

    GERARD PIQUE has named Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta as one of two “obvious” candidates to take over at Barcelona.Current Barca boss Xavi Hernandez is leaving the club in the summer with the team struggling in LaLiga.Mikel Arteta has been named as one of two obvious candidates for BarcelonaCredit: APGerard Pique believes Arteta understands the Barcelona DNACredit: GettyThis coming summer represents a pivotal moment for the Spanish giants owing to their crippling financial situation.However, in an interview with The Times, former Barcelona and Manchester United defender Pique has revealed who he believes to be the best candidates to steer the ship next.The 37-year-old said: “To manage Barça you need to be a specific type of coach and to understand the way Barça play, so the options are much less.”The obvious ones are [Pep] Guardiola, because he had his past here, and he is the best coach right now, and [Arsenal’s Mikel] Arteta. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He would be a good one also. He understands Barcelona and played for Barça in the past.”Arteta, 41, and Arsenal categorically denied reports in January which claimed he had decided to quit the Gunners to head to Spain. Indeed, Arteta said in a press conference following the news: “That’s totally fake news what you read yesterday.”I don’t know where it’s coming from and it’s totally untrue. I’m really upset about it…Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”I could not believe [it] (the reports). I don’t know where it’s coming from.”I think we have to be very cautious when you talk about personal things.”The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AIHowever, Pique also believes that Xavi’s decision could still be reversed.He added: “I don’t think it’s a decision that is 100 per cent. “Let’s see how the season ends. I think maybe he will stay.” More